ABOUT CHICAGO COLLECTIVE MENSWEAR MARKET

MERCHANDISE MART, CHICAGO, FLOORS 4&7

BUYER REGISTRATION
APPLY TO EXHIBIT

MEET THE TEAM

PLAN YOUR TRIP

FAQ

A DESTINATION FOR DISCOVERY

AUGUST 1ST-4TH, 2026

Every February and August, Chicago Collective brings together hundreds of the industry's leading brands and retailers inside THE MART. Spanning the entirety of the 7th floor and an additional 33,000 square feet on the 4th floor, the show's open-booth format creates an easy-to-navigate environment for discovering classic and contemporary menswear, accessories, and footwear from domestic and international labels. Beyond the show floor, attendees enjoy a dynamic lineup of events, tastings, giveaways, and gatherings, all set against the backdrop of downtown Chicago's vibrant River North neighborhood. Whether you're visiting for the first time or returning season after season, Chicago Collective combines the energy of a major market with the welcoming atmosphere that keeps attendees coming back year after year.

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MEET THE TEAM

PLAN YOUR TRIP

The next show will be here before we know it. Check this page for update-to-date information to help you plan your trip.

1. Register as a Buyer or Apply to Exhibit

2. Book Travel & Accommodations

3. Preview Featured Brands

4. View Events & Amenities

5. Directions & Parking

  • “Chicago Collective has all the new styles coming out. I’ll be here every season until I retire. I want to see everything that is coming out before I give it to my customer and be able to see how the market is going to fluncuate so I can provide the best service for my customers.”

    @SOLTANDSTON

  • “It’s perhaps the largest and most important men’s retail trade show in the country. We caught up with vendor, previewed new fabrics, talked tarifis and got inspired by other attendees. We’ve been to 20 of these over the last 10 years and it feels nice to roam the booths and talk shop with our friends, suppliers and competitors.”

    @BLVDIER

  • “So proud of our team and our ever-patient partners who make this show light years ahead of all the rest. Thank you all for an incredible season feeling those Italian summer vibes!!! You guys are the very BEST!"

    @CREATIVERGIRL

Frequently asked questions

  • We are an appointment driven show so making appointments beforehand is recommended, but you are able to walk into booths at the show, as well.

  • Yes, all of our vendors are committed to attend the show all three days.

  • You can find a full brand listing by clicking on the brands tab on the Home Page.